MANCHESTER, NH – Police say they have arrested a man suspected of painting a swastika on a local restaurant.
Jason Brunelle, 46, of Manchester turned himself in at police headquarters on Aug. 26 on a warrant charging him in connection with an incident of vandalism at the Elm Street bar-restaurant.
In the early morning hours of August 7, 2025, a swastika was found drawn on the front door of the establishment.
Through the investigation Brunelle was identified as a suspect and a warrant was issued for his arrest. He is charged with criminal mischief and criminal threatening-conduct.
The Hopknot is a well known in the community as welcoming black-owned, queer-inclusive space.
Police worked with the Attorney General’s Civil Rights Unit regarding this investigation.